ADULTS ONLY: HELPING HURTING TEENS

Anxiety, depression, self injury, suicide, sexual orientation, gender issues. These are just a few things ministers, catechists, teachers, parents and others involved in the lives of today’s teens face.

It can be daunting to help teens who are dealing with these issues. Many parents think “I’m not a psychologist…How can I help these teens?” Many teens think “I’m stuck in this. What can I do to feel better?” The answer to both is “much more than you probably think." You’ll leave this session with a better understanding of these issues and with a clearer understanding of what you can do to help yourself and your teen.

​About the Presenter:Roy Petitfils is a Licensed counselor at Pax Renewal Center in Lafayette, LA. Roy studied ministry and spirituality at The Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas and holds a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from University of Louisiana. Roy has worked with youth and young adults for more than 20 years as minister, a teacher, school administrator, school counselor and now as a counselor in private practice. He specializes in counseling teens and young adults. Roy regularly consults with churches, publishers and organizations helping them more effectively reach and minister to youth and young adults.

Roy has published four books, including his most recent What Teens Want You to Know (But Don’t Tell You). Roy’s blue collar roots, natural humor, contagious enthusiasm and diverse personal and professional background have made him an internationally sought after presenter and trainer. Roy lives with his wife Mindi of 13 years and their two sons Max and Benjamin in Youngsville, Louisiana.